Surface Finishing Library
A curated set of packaging, label, card, and gift-box references for advanced finishing options. Images are sourced from open-license libraries and credited on each card.
Reference images are used under CC0, CC BY, CC BY-SA, or compatible open licenses. They show representative packaging-related visual effects; final finishes should be confirmed with Tianqi physical proofs.
Gloss relief
A thicker UV varnish builds raised glossy detail on logos, pattern lines, or focal artwork.
Best for
Tea boxes, gift boxes, cosmetics cartons
Image source: Full Over Spot UV Varnished Tea Gift Box
CustomPackaging · License: CC BY-SA 2.0
Selective gloss
Gloss coating is applied only to selected areas, creating contrast against matte paper or lamination.
Best for
Rigid boxes, folding cartons, cards, sleeves
Image source: Full Over Spot UV Varnished Tea Gift Box Sideview
CustomPackaging · License: CC BY-SA 2.0
Rainbow metallic
Heat and pressure transfer holographic foil onto selected areas for rainbow metallic movement.
Best for
Card decks, CD sleeves, cosmetics, festival packaging
Image source: New CDs from Yesasia
hildgrim · License: CC BY-SA 2.0
Raised foil
Combines foil transfer with raised pressure to make metallic logos or patterns feel sculptural.
Best for
Luxury gift boxes, apparel boxes, collector packaging
Image source: Luxury Gift Box with Gold Foil Stamping
CustomPackaging · License: CC BY-SA 2.0
Anti-counterfeit
Hologram labels or security foils add authentication cues for sealed, limited, or certified products.
Best for
Security labels, certificates, premium seals
Image source: GatewayTracingHologramLabel
Newone · License: CC BY-SA 3.0
Angle shift
Color-shifting ink changes appearance by viewing angle, giving labels and boxes a security or luxury effect.
Best for
Premium labels, limited boxes, anti-counterfeit packaging
Image source: Hexagonal Origami Box #11, #12, #13, #14, #15
Dominic's pics · License: CC BY 2.0
Heat response
Ink changes color or opacity when touched or heated, creating interactive packaging moments.
Best for
Candy boxes, beverage labels, interactive card packaging
Image source: Candy Boxes Are Not Just Squares or Hearts
franklynhalstead · License: CC BY 2.0
Matte-gloss contrast
Creates contrast between rough matte fields and glossy details for a premium tactile surface.
Best for
Tea boxes, cosmetics cartons, rigid boxes
Image source: Full Over Spot UV Varnished Tea Gift Box Sideview Three
CustomPackaging · License: CC BY-SA 2.0
Holographic pattern
A reusable holographic film transfers a diffractive pattern into UV coating without leaving foil on the surface.
Best for
Cosmetics cartons, retail sleeves, promotional boxes
Image source: Hexagonal Origami Box #10
Dominic's pics · License: CC BY 2.0
Inline metallic
Adhesive and foil are transferred without heated dies, suitable for broader metallic areas and offset overprinting.
Best for
Retail cartons, labels, high-volume boxes
Image source: Luxury Gift Box with Gold Foil Stamping Side View
CustomPackaging · License: CC BY-SA 2.0
Material grain
Mechanical embossing adds repeatable grain patterns such as leather, linen, canvas, or geometric textures.
Best for
Watch boxes, jewelry boxes, notebooks, stationery
Image source: Princess Mary Christmas 1914 Gift Box
David Spender · License: CC BY 2.0
Need flocking, pearl varnish, glow ink, scented coating, laser die-cutting, special paper, or a combined finish plan? Contact us for more options.